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What is the rarest dog breed?

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We know doggos are incredibly smart and capable of more than just offering love and companionship. While many are familiar with their roles in service, police work, and therapy, some dogs take on highly specialized jobs that only they can handle—jobs that humans can’t. It’s amusing to think of our couch potatoes doing more than rolling over for belly rubs—mine even lies down to eat from his bowl! But seriously, the jobs working dogs can perform are impressive. I wonder which of these seven one-of-a-kind dog jobs will surprise you!

1. Vineyard Inspectors

Picture this: a team of dogs on a mission, not to fetch sticks, but to protect your favorite bottle of wine. In wine country, dogs are being specially trained to sniff out 2,4,6-trichloroanisole (TCA), a molecule that can ruin the taste and aroma of wine. In 2012, The Natinga Project trained Labradors Ambrosia, Moro, and Odysé, who even outperform electronic devices by pinpointing exactly which barrel, pallet, or hose is contaminated. Now, these special pups are in high demand and wanted by winemakers all over the world!

2. Art Protectors

Did you know pests like moths and other insects can wreak havoc in museums? Luckily, there’s a dog for that! As a puppy, a Weimaraner named Riley joined The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston to protect priceless artwork from tiny critters. Riley learned to sniff out destructive pests, preventing significant financial loss and heartache by detecting them before they could cause any damage.

3. Truffle Hunters

What would the culinary world be without those upscale truffles? These fungi grow underground near specific trees and are notoriously difficult to find—hence the high cost when they appear in gourmet dishes! Enter the Italian Lagotto Romagnolo—an expert breed in truffle hunting. These curly-coated dogs are bred partly for truffle hunting, and make scavenging for them look easy. They’ve become stars of truffle hunting competitions like the annual Oregon Truffle Festival.

4. Whale Poop Sniffers (Conservation Dogs)

At the University of Washington’s Center for Conservation Biology, a remarkable team of dogs is on a unique mission: sniffing out whale poop! These conservation canines work alongside scientists from the deck of a research boat to track the majestic, endangered Orca from up to a nautical mile away. While the idea of doggy detectives searching for whale scat might sound amusing—especially when compared to dogs who munch on yard poop—this work is serious!

The data these conservation pups help scientists gather is incredibly valuable. The poop samples provide scientists with insights into Orcas' movements, health, diet, and genetic makeup, as well as details about hormone levels, pregnancy status, and contamination. And their talents don’t stop there—they can also track the scents of moose, caribou, wolves, and bats. These working dogs are proving that sometimes the best conservationists have four legs and a keen nose.

5. Firehouse Workers

Dalmatians have been the face of firehouse mascots for centuries. When horse-drawn fire carriages came around, Dalmatians became the ideal firehouse dogs due to their calming effect and strong bond with horses. They served as watchdogs at the station, deterring pests and protecting the horses from other dogs or bystanders. Despite up to 30 percent of Dalmatians being affected by deafness, they remained vigilant and responsive to fire bells.

Today, firehouse dogs come in all breeds and serve many roles, from being loyal companions to firefighters and guarding station belongings to hunting vermin and riding along to fires. They also participate in fire safety education, demonstrating fire safety and emergency preparedness to schools and community groups. Some fire dogs, known as "arson dogs," are specially trained to detect traces of accelerants like gasoline and lighter fluid, assisting in fire investigations.

6. Ocean Clean Up

A special Labrador Retriever named Lila went viral when her owner taught her to dive for lobsters, swimming down to 15 feet deep to catch them on the ocean floor! It took nearly two years of dedicated training for Lila to master this impressive job.

But that’s not all. Lila is now part of the 4Ocean team, an organization with a mission to remove garbage from the ocean and coastlines. While on duty, she wears a branded blue 4Ocean buoyancy vest to ensure her human companions can easily keep track of her. Lila helps by retrieving bits of plastic waste from the water and collecting trash from beaches and shorelines, which she then deposits into recycling bins – so responsible! Lila’s dedication to cleaning the ocean is a powerful reminder that we can all do our part to protect the planet.

7. Runaway Wildlife Control

At Traverse City’s Cherry Capital Airport, a Border Collie named Piper lived the dream of most dogs—chasing away rodents, birds, and foxes to keep the runways clear. As part of the federally mandated Wildlife Hazard Management Plan, Piper was one of only ten dogs in the country with this task, including routine perimeter checks. These dogs take their jobs very seriously to keep the airport safe for both planes and passengers. Piper passed away in 2018, but his legacy carries on and paves the way for future airport heroes!

What do your dogs do? Are they certified bunny chasers, crumb cleanup specialists, or perhaps diligent defenders against the mailman or trash trucks? Let us know their specialty!

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Ruby Red and Reba are Fox Red Labrador Retrievers—Ruby is 8 years old and Reba is 10. These sisters love being together. Just look at those sweet faces! Thanks for sharing!

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